The team are directly supporting young carers—the unsung heroes who balance caring responsibilities with their education.

This challenge will not only raise vital funds, it will also shine a spotlight on young carers and ensure they receive the recognition and support they deserve.

Spurgeons provides young carer support for over 800 young people aged 5 to 18 through its Young Carers service in Birmingham. By raising £500, they will be able to provide additional activities for young carers during the summer holidays.

The average young carer is just 12 years old and Spurgeons provide a wealth of support, including regular groups which offer opportunities to develop friendships and share similar life experiences, trips and activities during the school holidays, and structured 1-1 programmes to help young carers to explore how they feel and providing strategies to help them manage their responsibilities.